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For anyone who wants to know the truth about organized crime and understand the violent forces that have shaped it over the last century, this book is an indispensable guide.Organized crime is perhaps the most fascinating phenomenon of our time. From Al Capone, who boldly claimed his bootlegging activities were a public service, to the flamboyant Teflon Don, the criminals of the underworld have garnered headlines and captured our imagination with their violent and extravagant lifestyles.Arthur Martin provides an absorbing introduction to the mob's most influential personalities - their lives, loves and terrible crimes. Featuring shocking photographs of these gang members, Mafia Wars offers shocking insight into the role of the mob in Sicily and America.

Exploring the intersection of faith and doubt, this work delves into personal narratives and philosophical inquiries that challenge conventional beliefs. It examines how individuals navigate their spiritual journeys, often confronting societal norms and expectations. The author weaves together poignant stories that highlight the struggles and triumphs of those seeking meaning beyond traditional doctrines, ultimately encouraging readers to reflect on their own beliefs and the nature of faith in an increasingly complex world.

The collection features three interconnected novels blending humor and mystery, culminating in the uncovering of a chilling secret from World War II. Each story intricately weaves together elements of suspense and wit, engaging readers in a thrilling exploration of the past and its lingering effects.

An award-winning historian's revisionary account of the early modern world, showing how apocalyptic ideas stimulated political, religious, and intellectual transformations

Der englische Dichter John Milton schuf Mitte des 17. Jahrhunderts mit seinem Versepos »Das verlorene Paradies« eines der bedeutendsten Werke der europäischen Literatur. In für die damalige Zeit untypischen Blankversen erzählt es von den wiederholten Versuchen Satans, Gott seine Macht zu entreißen. Als Satan in Schlangengestalt ins Paradies eindringt und den Sündenfall Adams und Evas provoziert, ist der Garten Eden schließlich verloren. Miltons kunstvolle Komposition von »Paradise Lost« blieb lange Zeit Wegweiser für die englische Literatur.

Sieben Kurzgeschichten laden zu philosophischen Gesprächen und lyrischer Beschaulichkeit ein. Sie behandeln Themen wie Gott, Religion, den Kreislauf der Schöpfung und das menschliche Schicksal. Die Erzählungen reflektieren die Sehnsucht nach dem ewigen Licht und dem Ziel unserer Reise, betonen jedoch, dass der Tod notwendig ist, um in den Himmel zu gelangen.

This thought-provoking and ambitious book is a sustained critique of the conventional understanding of what it means to "explain" something in the social sciences. This paperback edition includes a new preface, in which Martin connects The Explanation of Social Action to deep neural networks that are important to the study of artificial intelligence and to the development of computational social science.

Physiotherapist John Sheridan has seen it all since entering professional football in 1979 with Luton Town. In 1986, he moved to Tottenham where he nursed Gazza back to fitness after his 1991 horror injury. Despite playing an integral part in Gazza's rehabilitation, John has stayed silent about what happened in this traumatic period - until now.

Three elderly men set out on a quest to uncover their family histories, delving into the past to connect with their roots. As they navigate their personal stories, they confront memories, secrets, and the bonds that tie them together. Their adventure becomes a profound exploration of identity, heritage, and the significance of family, highlighting the importance of understanding one's lineage while fostering friendship and camaraderie among the trio.